Swain County High School is a public high school located in Bryson City, North Carolina. Swain County High School is a part of the Swain County School System. It is the only 9–12 high school in the county.
Swain Academy serves 32 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swain Academy's student population of 32 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
32 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1950
School Rankings
The diversity score of Swain Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
25%
1%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
6%
24%
White
53%
42%
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
72%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Maroon Devils
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Swain Academy?
32 students attend Swain Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Swain Academy students are White, 25% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swain Academy?
Swain Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Swain Academy offer ?
Swain Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Swain Academy part of?
Swain Academy is part of Swain County Schools.
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